I'm hiring a postdoc to research statistical phylogenetic models
and methods. Together, we’ll define the exact project(s) based on
shared research interests and goals. Current topics my group studies
include phylogenetic inference, divergence time estimation, historical
biogeography, evolution of ecological interactions, integration of
paleodata into phylogenetic models, phylodynamics of infectious disease,
and Bayesian and deep learning methods.

Our group (https://landislab.org) is part of the Department of Biology at
Washington University in St. Louis and the larger St. Louis biodiversity
research community (WUSTL, UMSL, SLU, Danforth Plant Science Center,
MOBOT, St. Louis Zoo). St. Louis itself is a large metropolitan area
with good food, music, public spaces, and affordable housing.

Qualifications:
- Relevant experience in biology, computer science, statistics, etc.
- Programming experience, with a preference for C, C++, Java, Python,
  R, or Julia
- Must have PhD before start date

Employment:
- Salary starts at $60k/yr
- Benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance
- Cost of living for a single adult in St. Louis City is ~$35k/yr
  (https://livingwage.mit.edu/counties/29510)
- Position is for 3 years

Dates:
- Application reviews begin July 18th, 2022
- Ideal start date is September 1st, 2022 (flexible)

To apply, please email the following materials to
michael.landis@wustl.edu:
- 1-2 page description of your interest and fit for the lab
- your current CV
- contact info for 2 professional references

Please feel welcome to contact me with any questions or to simply notify
me that you plan to apply.

Michael Landis
Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
Washington University in St. Louis
michael.landis@wustl.edu
https://landislab.org